Health Guide
What is Pancreatic Cancer and how is "Whipple Procedure" used in treatment of it?
Pancreatic cancer is one of the commonly seen types of cancer. What is pancreatic cancer, what are the signs of it, and what is done during treatment? Prof. Dr. Suleyman Yedibela, the General Surgeon of Anadolu Medical Center, gave important information on the matter and the details of "whipple technique", which is one of the most difficult operations of the branch of general surgery.
Read MoreNew treatment modalities in lung cancer
Prof. Necdet Üskent, MD. , medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center and the Coordinator of Oncological Sciences, says “There are many innovations such as new immunotherapy agents, adoptive cell therapy, vaccines and smart drugs for the treatment of lung cancer, in which many medical specialties work in cooperation.
Read MoreWhat's at the first stop on the road to motherhood?
It is very important to determine the factors that negatively affect pregnancy before IVF treatment in women with infertility problems. Because many of these factors have solutions through surgical treatment, and these solutions increase the success of IVF treatment and thus increase the chance of becoming a mother.
Read MoreRapid diagnosis, rapid treatment in cancer
No need to stress while waiting for pathology results. Definitive diagnosis is made within 24 hours. Determining the subtype of cancer, if any, and even which drugs will be used in the treatment results in the same time.
Read MoreRobotic/Robot-Assisted-Surgery
Instruments modeling the wrist, intuitive motion control, high-resolution three-dimensional image features… Robotic surgery or “robot-assisted surgery” is now safely and successfully performed for many diseases under full control of the surgeon.
Read More11 tumor boards are present at Anadolu Medical Center!
The number of the tumor boards of Anadolu Medical Center, which are based on the cooperation of different specialties and based on the multidisciplinary working system, has been increased to 11 in accordance with the standards of the Organization of the European Cancer Institutes (OECI).
Read MoreWhat is Yellow Spot Disease (Macular Degeneration)?
Tear duct obstruction is seen in about 5 percent of newborn babies. Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz, an ophthalmologist at Anadolu Medical Center, stated that the complaints of tear duct obstruction start a few weeks after birth, and said “While the most common cause of watering of eyes is tear duct obstruction in babies, there are other causes as well. The most important one of these is congenital glaucoma, i.e. eye pressure. Congenital glaucoma is a much more serious condition compared to tear duct obstruction. Besides simple congenital defects obstructing the tear duct, tumors and cysts should be considered”.
Read More13 foods to consume for yellow spot disease (macular degeneration)
Aging, which is a part of life, takes place also in the eyes besides changes in the skin, hair and joints. Stating that during aging, some changes can be seen in the visual system, Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz, an ophthalmologist at Anadolu Medical Center, said “A healthy lifestyle is possible with a balanced diet. Yellow spot disease, which is more common in the visual system due to age, can also be delayed by healthy nutrition”. Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz talked about the 13 foods that delay the yellow spot disease and their benefits.
Read MoreWhat is Tear (Nasolacrimal) Duct Obstruction?
Tear duct obstruction is seen in about 5 percent of newborn babies. Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz, an ophthalmologist at Anadolu Medical Center, stated that the complaints of tear duct obstruction start a few weeks after birth, and said “While the most common cause of watering of eyes is tear duct obstruction in babies, there are other causes as well. The most important one of these is congenital glaucoma, i.e. eye pressure. Congenital glaucoma is a much more serious condition compared to tear duct obstruction. Besides simple congenital defects obstructing the tear duct, tumors and cysts should be considered”.
Read MoreLaser Surgeries for Vision Problems
The success rates in eye surgeries performed with laser technology (lasik) are increasing day by day depending on the development of technology. Stating that laser applications are used in the correction of myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism, Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz, an ophthalmologist at Anadolu Medical Center, said “Not every patient is eligible for these treatments. First, it should be determined which patient groups are not eligible. Patients with thin corneal structure, irregular and degenerative corneal disease, corneal scarring and patients with any eye disease other than refractive error, patients with still variable refractive error and under a certain age are not eligible for laser treatment”. Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz answered questions about laser treatment.
Read MoreWhat is Glaucoma (Eye Pressure)? Symptoms and treatment
Glaucoma, popularly known as “eye pressure”, is a serious eye condition that can cause permanent vision loss. Stating that glaucoma shows no early sign and that it can only be detected during a comprehensive eye examination, Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz, an ophthalmologist at Anadolu Medical Center, said “Age over 40, familial history of glaucoma, refractive error in the eye, African and Asian races, diabetes, hypertension, high intraocular pressure, cortisone use, trauma, thin corneal structure, migraine and circulatory disorder are risk factors for glaucoma”. Here is the information provided by Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz, an ophthalmologist at Anadolu Medical Center.
Read More6 Questions About Smart Lens Treatment
In parallel with the advancing technologies in daily life, developments in the eye field give satisfactory results. Expressing that the advantage of smart lens surgeries is to provide vision without glasses for patients who want to see distance and near without glasses, Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz, an Ophthalmologist at Anadolu Medical Center, said “This method should not be performed in those who have an eye disease other than cataract or refractive error”. Op. Dr. Yusuf Avni Yilmaz answered the questions about smart lens treatment.
Read More4 Questions and 4 Answers Regarding Hormonal Therapy in Cancer
Our Medical Oncologist MD. Prof. Serdar Turhal, from Anadolu Medical Center stated that hormonal therapy and treatment regarding its side effects should not be neglected even in these pandemic times.
Read More6-Week Radiotherapy Time Decreases to 30 Minutes in Breast Cancer Treatment
Treatment times have decreased significantly in breast cancer. Expressing that a surgical procedure is usually performed first to extract the tumor in breast cancer treatment and then...
Read MoreAccreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services
Anadolu Medical Center thus obtained a voice in setting interventional oncology standards; it is one of the five authorized centers in the world that set the standards for accreditation in "interventional oncology."
Read MoreCervical Cancer is a Preventable Disease!
It actually depends on women to minimize the incidence of cervical cancer, which continues to be one of the most common female cancers in developing and underdeveloped countries.
Read MoreCoronavirus: What Is The Importance Of Quitting Smoking
Esra Sönmez, MD from Anadolu Medical Center Pulmonology Department shares valuable information regarding the use of tobacco and Covid-19 on the occasion of May 31-World No Tobacco Day.
Read MoreEverything is for the “safest” surgeries: Hybrid Operating Room
A hybrid room that provides a safer environment for both surgeons and patients. The most complicated operations of brain and nerve surgery are performed with the lowest risks.
Read MoreKidney Cancer Symptoms and Treatment Method
Kidney cancer is the third most common urologic cancer after prostate and bladder cancer. Prof. Cemil Uygur, MD, Urologist and Director of Urooncology Center in Anadolu Medical Center says kidney cancer...
Read MoreLife After Coronavirus Accepting The “New Normal”
It might be hard for socially inactive people who are in their homes for a long time to adapt to the new order. MD Assoc. Prof. Elif Hakko, from Infectious Diseases Department and Clinical Psychologist Ezgi Dokuzlu...
Read MorePancreatic Cancer Symptoms, Risk Factors, Diagnosis and Treatment
Before answering what the pancreatic cancer is, we must first explain what the pancreas is. Pancreas is an organ in approximately 15 cm, accepted as a part of digestive system, situated behind stomach and liver in body...
Read MoreWhich Diseases Are Treated at Pediatric Surgery Unit
Considering WHO's definition of a child that is "an individual between 0 and 18 years of age," that's the age group we serve. Pediatric Surgery emerged as an independent branch in the first quarter of the last century, and...
Read MoreEight ways to boost your immune system against coronavirus
Fighting constantly to protect us against disease-causing microbes and viruses that infiltrate the body, our immune system may sometimes get weak due to certain factors and some diseases may therefore be experienced severely or recurrently.
Read MoreFirst signs of coronavirus may appear in the eye
As the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic spreads around the globe, we should remember that this virus might cause eye involvement in addition to the respiratory system. Actually, the first symptoms may even be related to the eye.
Read MoreThe virus shows symptoms in two days
As the death toll of the new coronavirus (2019-nCoV), which originated in China’s Wuhan reaches 26, the entire world is following the news of the virus with great concern. The virus causes fever, coughs and respiratory distress, said Anadolu Medical Center Infectious Diseases Specialist Assoc. Prof. Elif Hakko: “The symptoms usually emerge two days upon encounter with the virus, but this could take up to 14 days”
Read MoreProtective measures against the new coronavirus
Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), which originated in Wuhan, China has quickly spread around the world. The world is once again facing a virus that spreads via droplets, which is fastest and the most difficult to control route of transmission.
Read MoreToo much screen time tires the eye during lockdown
People spend much more time on their phones and tablets while under lockdown due to the social isolation guidance as a result of coronavirus.This may cause computer vision syndrome or computer eye strain that are normally seen in professional work life
Read More4 ways to reduce negative impacts of social isolation
Global pandemic is having an impact on Turkey just like the entire world, and personal hygiene and social isolation are gaining more importance every single day. This can cause high levels of stress and anxiety and have a negative impact on the immune system.
Read More15 Coronavirus tips for cancer patients
Since cancer patients may have weaker immune systems which may in turn increase susceptibility for infections, patients must take precautions more carefully. Cancer patients must be careful about isolation and balanced nutrition as well as hygiene rules more than ever.
Read MoreFibroscan as an alternative method to liver biopsies
The gold standard in the assessment of liver diseases is liver biopsy. However, thanks to the newly-devised Fibroscan technology, ultrasound waves are now used instead of biopsies in many liver diseases.
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